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a cruise unlike any other

Besides traveling with Russians, ​here's what makes this better than any other cruise:

  • Cruise with Russians: People to People like no other tour
  • Small Group Touring:  12 - 15 per group
  • Personal Guide/Translator for each group
  • UNESCO Award Entertainers
  • Unique On-board Programs: learn, share & laugh with new friends
  • Humanitarian Opportunities: orphanage or pensioners
TRAVEL WITH RUSSIANS
​This trip is unlike any other - a true People-to-People, heart-to-heart, cultural exchange set against the magnificent backdrop of this ancient land of tsars and commissars. Wonderful performers, personal guides, and gifted lecturers enhance your understanding and .   

​“Russians aboard authenticated the cruise
​ . . . NOTHING LIKE IT!”         
​ Diane Toyo - Dublin, CA
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​MEET MIKHAIL GORBACHEV
A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY : Gorbachev has committed to being on our ship, health permitting.  This amazing opportunity is helping quickly fill our 200 passenger luxury river yacht.  Call today to reserve your deluxe cabin. Please don’t miss this chance of a lifetime. 

​PLUS MEET PAVEL PALAZHENKO: 
   We've all said, "wouldn't it have been great to be the fly on the wall at...(name a famous meeting)!"  Now you can meet the fly that participated in every foreign meeting for Gorbachev because... we have secured the attendance of Gorbachev's interpreter, Pavel Palazhenko, shown above between Premiere Gorbachev and President Reagan. Only aboard our cruise can you meet Pavel and hear him tell of those historic meetings with President Reagan and get a chance to ask him questions. He's a very articulate, intelligent and personable fellow. Another important historic figure and he will join us for the entire voyage with his wife .

PLUS: Experience the cruise of a Lifetime:
1. 13 days of magnificent sites and sights.
2. Meet Russians in their village.

3. All-inclusive tours.
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The Golden Ring of Russia: SIMPLY SPECTACULAR!
  • Romanov Dynasty birth place.
  • More romance and history than any Russia cruise route. 
  • Beautiful vistas, magnificent architecture, and historic towns with warm friendly villagers.​

Cruise 1,200+ miles to visit 9 cities and villages ​
​on the Golden Ring route in the Heart of Russia!
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“We've hiked the Pyramids and the Great Wall plus toured 30+ exotic countries . . . NO OTHER CRUISE LIKE IT. None!" ​
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Prieces & Petersons - Canton, OH
 Please note: The following photos came from past cruisers who shared their love. ​Enjoy their vintage flavor - they are REAL.

TRAVEL WITH RUSSIANS

​Exclusive: No other Russia cruise offers the chance to travel with English-speaking Russians eager ​and anxious to know you. A unique People-to-People experience like no other.
SMALL GROUP TOURING
OFF THE BEATEN PATH:  Your small group of 12-15 visit villagers' homes, shop where unexpected treasures are found, and find uncommon adventures such as happening upon a wedding.

PERSONAL TOUR GUIDES

Your Russian "counselor" is your amazing translator/teacher/guide from start to finish - total continuity. Your counselor helps you:
1. Meet & talk with Russians on the ship & shore.
2. Find out-of-the-way spots to explore.

World Class ENTERTAINers

Great performers from the Bolshoi Theater perform nightly.. You are treated to the  best of folk and classical musicians. Unmatched on any ship in the world -- achieved UNESCO Award status.

FREE ON-BOARD PROGRAMS

Be  enthralled with cultural programs of language lessons, Russian cooking, matryoshka painting, balalaika lessons, Russian history, Pushkin fairy tales, shopping counsel, women's club, and more . . .

HUMANITARIAN OPPORTUNITIES

You can  leave Russia better off from you having been there at favorite stops at orphanages or pensioner homes where many of our Americans bring small gifts for those in need.  

Sites & Sights

Our on-board program includes historic backgrounds of the "sites"  so you'll get full appreciation of the "sights" that thrill.
Russia's dramatic history of tsars and commissars is a real page-turner. You won't want to miss our on-board lecturer who makes this history come to life. 

While understanding the effects of tsars and commissars on this nation and her people is profound, getting to know Russians personally creates life-changing impressions. 

​You get many opportunities to experience both.

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SHORE EXCURSIONS & ENTRANCE FEES  -  FREE 
Other cruises charge up to $1,400. 

All tours are included with Heart of Russia Cruises.

Russians are eager to meet you

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Aksinja & Irene

"We are anxious to meet you in Russia and ​show you our wonderful country.  Our American friends are dear to us, and we look forward to knowing you."
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Nick

"We hope you will come to visit Russia and get to know our hearts. As our guests, you will be welcome here and will leave with new friends."
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Svetlana

"You will never forget this unique and wonderful opportunity to see our country with Russian friends.  Don't wait too long to join us."

Life Changing Experience

Many teens who traveled in the 90's are now adults who fondly remember their Russia adventure.
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“I think about my cruise to Russia often and can't believe I got to visit Moscow, St. Petersburg, and all the lovely villages and towns in between. If you are considering the cruise, stop considering and just do it!“
​           Tristi Pinkston
​           Author
"My eyes were opened to see life so far outside my bubble.  I recognized people had different experiences than mine.  Huge lessons for a teen to learn!”
           Ryan McCarty
           Elementary School Principal


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“My trip as a teenager profoundly influenced my life in more ways than one…
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That trip changed my life.”

Brent Borup,


            Brent Borup
            Artist

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